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WHC - Legal Services in relation to s106 Planning Obligations. - AWARD

SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE

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09 Sep 2020 at 13:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves the Supply Hertfordshire, which is the contracting authority seeking to appoint qualified legal practices for the delivery of legal services associated with Section 106 Planning Obligations. The title of the tender is “WHC - Legal Services in relation to s106 Planning Obligations - AWARD,” and it falls under the legal services industry category. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the award completed on 20th July 2020. The contract period commenced on 3rd August 2020 and will run until 2nd August 2023, covering deliveries to various addresses including those in the UK and overseas territories. The tender had a value of £50,000 and a minimum value of £40,000, and it is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for legal firms, especially those with expertise in planning obligations and contractual negotiations within the planning context. Businesses that are agile and have experience in public sector contracts would be well-suited to compete, particularly those that can demonstrate proven capability in handling similar legal tasks. Engaging in this procurement could foster growth for these firms by expanding their portfolio and establishing strong relationships with local councils and public authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WHC - Legal Services in relation to s106 Planning Obligations. - AWARD

Notice Description

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council wishes to appoint suitably qualified legal practices to act on the Council's behalf in dealing primarily with Section 106 Planning Obligations and Unilateral Undertakings under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 that the Council negotiates on, leading to completion of the deeds. The Council currently outsources this task on an individual case basis. Monies and other obligations are secured on behalf of the Borough Council, Hertfordshire County Council and others such as the NHS. Where obligations are secured for Hertfordshire County Council, solicitors at County are also involved with the preparation of the deed.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d43ffccd-e406-4804-a474-213cd15021d9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79100000 - Legal services

79112000 - Legal representation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2020 - 2 Aug 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUPPLY HERTFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTS
Postcode
AL8 6AE
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TROWERS & HAMLINS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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